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6th Edition of Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia

September 15-17, 2025 | Hybrid Event

September 15 -17, 2025 | London, UK

Vagotomy

Vagotomy

Vagotomy is a surgical procedure primarily employed to treat ulcers and certain gastrointestinal conditions by severing or removing part of the vagus nerve. This nerve plays a significant role in controlling stomach acid secretion and digestive functions. Vagotomy aims to reduce the production of gastric acid, thereby promoting the healing of ulcers and preventing their recurrence. There are different types of vagotomy procedures, including selective, truncal, and highly selective vagotomy. Selective vagotomy involves cutting specific branches of the vagus nerve, while truncal vagotomy involves the complete division of the main trunk of the nerve. Highly selective vagotomy targets only the nerve fibers responsible for acid production while sparing other functions of the vagus nerve. This surgical intervention was more common before the advent of modern medications like proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and H2 blockers, which effectively reduce stomach acid production. However, in some cases where medications are ineffective or contraindicated, vagotomy may still be considered as a treatment option. Despite its effectiveness in reducing acid secretion, vagotomy may lead to potential side effects such as delayed gastric emptying, changes in bowel movements, and an increased risk of experiencing certain digestive complications. Advances in surgical techniques have aimed to minimize these side effects and improve the safety and outcomes of the procedure. Before undergoing vagotomy, individuals typically undergo thorough evaluations and discussions with healthcare professionals to assess the risks, benefits, and suitability of the procedure based on their specific medical condition and overall health.

Committee Members
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Darwin Eton

Darwin Eton

Vasogenesis Inc, United States
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Nagy Habib

Nagy Habib

Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Ricky Rasschaert

Ricky Rasschaert

AZ Rivierenland, Belgium
GCSA 2025 Speakers
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Shohreh Ghasemi

Shohreh Ghasemi

Advisory board of Oklahoma University, United States
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - John R Bach

John R Bach

Rutgers University, United States
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Amy Meyers Wickman

Amy Meyers Wickman

Alta Orthopaedics, United States
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Dandan Li

Dandan Li

University of Cincinnati, United States

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